Quarry Hill

Location: Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill

Presenter: Casimir Bemski, executive director, Maine Death with Dignity

Investigate death with dignity, a practice allowing terminally ill patients to choose their end. Examine ethical questions, autonomy, and moral implications in one of today’s most debated end-of-life issues.

Admission will be free and open to those age 50 or better; however, seating is limited, and registration is required. Call 207-301-6116 or email.

Location: Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill

Presenter: Brenda Smith, author

Through tales of travel, reflection, and transformation from her adventure memoir Becoming Amazed, Brenda illuminates how embracing wonder can reshape life.

Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Admission will be free and open to those age 50 or better; however, seating is limited, and registration is required. Call 207-301-6116 or email.

Location: Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill

Presenter: Matthew Mank, chairman, board of directors, Honor Flight Maine

Get an inside look at the mission behind Honor Flight Maine, part of a national network dedicated to honoring veterans by providing a free, unforgettable trip to Washington, D.C., to visit memorials built in their honor—a powerful tribute to their service and sacrifice.

Admission will be free and open to those age 50 or better; however, seating is limited, and registration is required. Call 207-301-6116 or email.

Location: Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill

Presenter: Cyrene Slegona, MS Ed., executive committee member, Maine Entomological Society

Explore the incredible journey of Monarch butterflies and their current status in North America. Gain insights on migration, research, and restoration efforts by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, along with ways to help protect this iconic species.

Admission will be free and open to those age 50 or better; however, seating is limited, and registration is required. Call 207-301-6116 or email.

Location: Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill

Presenter: Alison McKellar, board member, Camden-Rockport Historical Society

Take a captivating look at Camden’s lesser-known history—from eerie legends echoing through old buildings to the catastrophic fire that transformed the town. This talk reveals the mystery, resilience, and creativity that shaped Camden’s past and continue to inspire its present.

Admission will be free and open to those age 50 or better; however, seating is limited, and registration is required. Call 207-301-6116 or email.

Location: Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill

Presenter: Judy Knight Landry, program coordinator, Quarry Hill and Tara Morin, program director, CMCA

This thought-provoking talk examines the nature of art, its role in society, and the fine line between authentic expression and sensationalism. Through vivid examples, the speakers challenge conventional views and inspire fresh perspectives on what makes art truly meaningful.

Admission will be free and open to those age 50 or better; however, seating is limited, and registration is required. Call 207-301-6116 or email.

The Alzheimer’s Support Group meets twice monthly—one via Zoom and the other in-person. The Group provides information and support to area residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.

• First Tuesday of every month, Zoom, 6 p.m.

• Third Tuesday of every month, Private Dining Room, First Floor, Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill, 3 p.m.

Free. Those interested in participating should contact Cheri R. Blouin, LSW, at (207) 301-6237 or at Cheri.Blouin@mainehealth.org for the Zoom meeting details or questions.

Quarry Hill is pleased to host Coastal Family Hospice Volunteers’ Bereavement Support Group the first Monday of each month* from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Game Room on the second floor of the Anderson Inn. The group is co-facilitated by trained hospice volunteers and offers an opportunity to express feelings in a safe and confidential setting with others who are experiencing similar losses.

Questions? Please contact Coastal Family Hospice Volunteers at 207-466-9444 or coastalfamilyhospicevolunteers@gmail.com.

*In months where the first Monday is an observed holiday, the group’s meeting date is likely to change.

Are you providing day-to-day care for a spouse or other loved one? If so, you may be pleased to know that Quarry Hill offers a special support group designed to help ease some of the challenges that caregivers face. The Caregivers Support Group offers a safe, respectful, and understanding environment where you can find relief from loneliness and depression, develop new coping strategies, learn about community resources, gain confidence, avoid “burnout,” and, perhaps most importantly, focus on your own well-being so that you can continue to care for others.

The group is facilitated by Kim Danforth, LMSW-cc, and Catherine Athay, LCSW, both of MaineHealth.

For more information, please call Kim at 207-301-3095 or Catherine at 207-301-8977.

Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden

The Parkinson’s Support Group is for people with Parkinson’s disease, their families, friends, and caregivers.

Free. Attendees should bring a bag lunch. Drinks and desserts are provided. For details, please contact Spectrum Generations at 800-639-1553.